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Planning and Development Department 2600 Fresno Street, Third Floor Commission Members PATRICK BOYD ROBIN GOLDBECK JASON HATWIG MOLLY LM SMITH VACANCY Historic Preservation Commission Agenda DON SIMMONS, Ph.D. Chair CHARLOTTE KONCZAL ESQ., Vice Chair ' . ---==== JENNIFER K. CLARK, AICP Director, Development and Resource Management KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A. Secretary Historic Preservation Project Manager WILL TACKETT, Supervising Planner AnyiiiJerestedperson may appear at .the public hearingaf1d speak in favororagainst tile matters on the agenda. Documents !iiUI;lmitted to th.e·Historic f) reservation Commission .for itlil C(lf1Sideration prior to or at. th.e hearing shall be submitted to the Secretary at least hN(l b!lsiness days (typically Thursday by 5:00 p.m.) prior to the agend.aiternbeingheard, J)Ursu!lnUo the.Historic Preseryation Pomrni.ssion's bylaws, ()r the·.docurnents·.may be. excluded.from record. If any matter.is challenged .in court, you may be limited to raising only tholile issues you, or someone else; raised at the public hearing in documents delivered to the. Secretary for the Historic Preservation Commission prior to the public hearing as set forth above. The llleeU119 tC)om is accessible lC) the phylilically disabled, ancl the $eryices ofa translator call be .. made.available.·.·· Requestsforadditional.accommodations f()r. the disabled, signers, assistive listening devices, or translators shC)Uid be made one week prior to the meeting, J)lea:;e call the Historic. J)reservation.Project Manager at 621·8520, The Historic Preservation Commission welcomes you to this meeting. April 28, 2014 CONFERENCE ROOM A 2"d Floor, City Hall MONDAY I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL- 6:00 p.m. II. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES A. Approve minutes for February 24, 2014. 6:00p.m. 2600 FRESNO STREET
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Transcript of Planning and Development Department Historic … · Management KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A....
Planning and Development Department 2600 Fresno Street, Third Floor
Commission Members PATRICK BOYD ROBIN GOLDBECK JASON HATWIG MOLLY LM SMITH VACANCY
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
DON SIMMONS, Ph.D. Chair
CHARLOTTE KONCZAL ESQ., Vice Chair
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JENNIFER K. CLARK, AICP Director, Development and Resource Management
KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A. Secretary Historic Preservation Project Manager
WILL TACKETT, Supervising Planner
AnyiiiJerestedperson may appear at .the public hearingaf1d speak in favororagainst tile matters sc~eduled on the agenda. Documents !iiUI;lmitted to th.e·Historic f) reservation Commission .for itlil C(lf1Sideration prior to or at. th.e hearing shall be submitted to the Secretary at least hN(l b!lsiness days (typically Thursday by 5:00 p.m.) prior to the agend.aiternbeingheard, J)Ursu!lnUo the.Historic Preseryation Pomrni.ssion's bylaws, ()r the·.docurnents·.may be. excluded.from the·adrninistn~tive record. If any matter.is challenged .in court, you may be limited to raising only tholile issues you, or someone else; raised at the public hearing ~r in documents delivered to the. Secretary for the Historic Preservation Commission prior to the public hearing as set forth above.
The llleeU119 tC)om is accessible lC) the phylilically disabled, ancl the $eryices ofa translator call be .. made.available.·.·· Requestsforadditional.accommodations f()r. the disabled, signers, assistive listening devices, or translators shC)Uid be made one week prior to the meeting, J)lea:;e call the Historic. J)reservation.Project Manager at 621·8520,
The Historic Preservation Commission welcomes you to this meeting.
April 28, 2014
CONFERENCE ROOM A 2"d Floor, City Hall
MONDAY
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL- 6:00 p.m.
II. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve minutes for February 24, 2014.
6:00p.m.
2600 FRESNO STREET
Historic Preservation Commission, April 28, 2014
Ill. APPROVE AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. None
V. CONTINUED MATTERS
VI. COMMISSION ITEMS
A. Introduction of Resolution to Amend the Historic Preservation By-Laws to Modify Article 2 (Meetings) Subsection 8(b) (Distribution of the Agenda) and Section 14 (New Matter) to Allow for Additional Time to Submit Written Public Commentary (City Attorney's Office).
Staff Recommendation: Receive introduction of proposed changes for proposed adoption at the May meeting.
B. Consideration of Approval of Request by the Property Owner to Designate 1900-1910 N. Echo (constructed initially as a bakery) as a Heritage Property and Adoption of Findings Necessary to Support the Designation, Pursuant to FMC 12-1612 (ACTION ITEM).
Staff Recommendation: Approve designation.
C. Review and Provide Comments on the Site Plan and Building Elevations for a Proposed lnfill Project Located at 1502, 1560 Fulton Street and 1505 Van Ness Avenue (Adjacent to HP#119, Fresno Bee Building and HP#164 PGE!fheatre 3 Building) Pursuant to 12-1 606(a)(2) and 12-1606 (5)(6) (ACTION ITEM).
Staff Recommendation: Hold design charette with project architect and development team and provide comments.
VII. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT
VIII. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Members of the Commission
B. Staff
I. "New Age of Preservation: Embark, Inspire, Engage." Fresno Historic Preservation Week May 1-i01
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2. Status Report on the Frank J. Craycroft Home (HP#182) Located at 6545 N. Palm Avenue.
Historic Preservation Commission, April 28, 2014
C. General Public
IX. NEXT MEETING: Monday, May 19,2014 6 PM Conference Room A City Hall. Fulton Corridor Specific Plan Survey Review with HRG staff.
X. ADJOURNMENT
Planning and Development Department 2600 Fresno Street, Third Floor
Historic Preservation Commission Executive Minutes
February 24, 2014 MONDAY 6:00p.m.
CONFERENCE ROOM A 2"d Floor, City Hall
2600 FRESNO STREET
L CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL- 6:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Chair Don Simmons, Ph.D. at 6:03 PM.
Commissioners Present: Boyd, Goldbeck, Hatwig, Simmons, Smith, Woolf.
Commissioners Absent: Konczal
Staff Present: Hattersley-Drayton, Tackett, Director Clark
II. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve minutes for January 27, 2014.
On a vote of 6-0 the minutes were approved, (motion, Molly Smith; second Patrick Boyd).
With the Commission Chair's permission Karana Hattersley-Drayton reported back on issues discussed in the open-ended discussion at the last meeting. For example, upon request of the Commission, a tour of the Bank of Italy was set up for the Commissioners.
Ill. APPROVE AGENDA
The agenda was approved, 6-0 (motion, Molly Smith; second Patrick Boyd).
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. None
V. CONTINUED MATTERS
VI. COMMISSION ITEMS
A. Review and Approve Plans for the Placement of a Military Exhibit on the Southwest Corner of the Parcel Which Includes the Fresno Memorial Auditorium (HP#052/National Register of Historic Places) Located at 2401 Fresno Street (ACTION ITEM).
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 2014 1. Make determination that the signage as presented in the plan is
categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA guidelines, Section 15301 and 15331 (FMC 12-1617(c)).
2. Review and approve plans for the placement of a (Hollow) i 6'8" USMC Hawk Missile to serve as signage for the Veteran's Memorial Museum pursuant to FMC 12-1606(a)(2).
3. Approve the necessary permits to perform the scope of work as set forth in the plan.
Staff Recommendation: Approve.
Staff presented a power point which recommended approval of the agenda item.
Mike Harris (Executive Director of the Veteran's Memorial Museum) noted that the Museum is free to the public and run by volunteer docents. The docents also help with maintenance at the Memorial Auditorium, including cleaning of grounds. The missile as signage has been proposed because it is already in the Museum collection and therefore is available at no cost. Military ordinance is commonplace at similar museums and facilities across the U.S. The Museum needs better visibility ... visitors often comment on the fact that they did not know the museum was there. This is the only Legion of Valor museum in the nation. Primary purpose of the missile would be to serve as a visual attraction and identify location of the museum. He states that he believes that Fresno is very supportive of its veterans and the military. It is critical to increase patronage at the Museum in order to continue operations. Half of the visitors each year are students. The educational programs help students understand that war is to be avoided.
Patrick Boyd: Asked why the particular corner was chosen.
Mike Harris: The location was chosen to be close to the existing marquee and to NOT be obtrusive or detract from the architecture of the Auditorium.
Lisa Woolf: Wondered what the text on the missile would be?
Harris: "Veteran's Memorial Museum" will be written on the side.
Charlie Waters (Board member, Museum): Also noted that the San Joaquin Valley is a "Veteran's Valley;" with over 300,000 veterans in the area. The recent Veteran's Day Parade included 11,000. Museum is a critical part of the Veteran's community and provides education.
Chair Simmons: Asked if there was a plan for similar ordinance at the new Veteran's home?
Waters: No, only plan is for the Museum. The Veteran's Home is making an important contribution to Fresno's west side.
Chair Simmons opened the agenda item to the public for comment.
Midge Barrett (Heritage Fresno) noted that she was not officially speaking for the board. Heritage Fresno, however, does support the veteran's community and the Memorial Auditorium and has pledged $4, 000 towards the amount needed to repair the falling ceiling tiles in the foyer. They are looking to the City of Fresno for matching funds. However, she has concerns about the proposed missile as signage. The building was constructed as a performing arts center by the
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 20'14 WPA [ed note: PWA funds were used in part]. Building was not per se dedicated to militarism but in honor of personnel and service. Feels that placement of a missile near the marquee will change the character of the building and the grounds. A missile is an object of war. Grounds are intended to be quiet and serene. Building is used by the veterans but is not owned by them, but rather is owned by the citizens of Fresno. There are other alternatives and assistance available for advertising.
Chair Simmons closed the public comment period.
Robin Goldbeck: If the issue is found exempt from CEQA are we setting a precedent for other signs or projects?
Hattersley-Drayton: No, CEQA cat exemptions are common for projects at historic properties, whether ministerial (as signs usually are, per the power point presentation) or due to use of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards (thus aCE 31 ). Any proposal for a historic property still will go through the normal review process.
Patrick Boyd: Comments that monumentation on property may be better served by another expression or symbol, in order to "tell the story."
Jason Hatwig: Notes that iconography is different and elicits different feelings in different spectrums of the public ... means different things to different people.
Lisa Woolf: Advertising is important. Suggests that the proposal may be just a stepping stone. There may be an option to do something else to attract public in the future, beyond current budget.
Molly LM Smith: Sees the proposed missile as an expression of art. Agrees with former comments that people see and interpret these sorts of items differently. She acknowledges the educational element of the Museum and importance of lessons learned from the past. Wonders if the missile could also, in the future, also be used by other tenants.
Boyd: Comments that there are ways artistically to soften the perception of a "weapon" of destruction ... to have the item carry multiple meanings. The Commission later playfully discusses and suggests some options, like having a row of missiles as lawn darts!
Chair Simmons: He would appreciate seeing something illustrative that depicts the aesthetics [proposal is to have missile as it is currently painted, thus to match and blend in with building rather than stand out.] He references previous Commission discussions regarding additional flagpoles in front of Memorial Auditorium [circa 2000] as well as the more recent discussion to place picnic tables on the back open space of the building. He feels "missiles" and their interpretation is a generational matter---thus he is highly uncomfortable with the proposal as he grew up practicing "duck and cover" and in proximity to a plant that manufactured ordinance. He thinks the image could be disturbing to some. Dr. Simmons also asked about the timing and distribution of the letter of dissent which was received. Karana Hattersley-Drayton responded that the letter was posted to the City's website and was distributed as well to the Commissioners as it was received, as required, by Thursday at 5 pm.
On a motion by Molly Smith and seconded by Jason Hatwig, the Commission voted 6-0 to approve the proposal as categorical exempt under CEQA Section 15301 and 15331.
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 2014
On a motion by Lisa Woolf and seconded by Robin Goldbeck the Commission approved the proposal, 5-1 (Simmons dissenting).
On a motion by Jason Hatwig and seconded by Patrick Boyd, the Commission approved any necessary permits required to perform the scope of work, as presented: 5-1 (Simmons dissenting.)
B. Consideration of Approval of Request by the Property Owner to Designate The William Alva and Clara Shafer Home Located at 5566 N. Maroa Avenue as a Heritage Property and Adoption of Findings Necessary to Support the Designation, Pursuant to FMC 12-1612 (ACTION ITEM).
Staff Recommendation: Approve.
Karan a Hattersley-Drayton gave the staff report as a power point presentation, placing the Shafer Home into the broader context of adobe construction in the Fresno area.
Chair Simmons asked if the applicant wished to speak.
Paula Robinson (Property owner) declined to speak unless questions needed to be answered.
Patrick Boyd: Asked if there was originally another house on the property.
Karana Hattersley-Drayton: Yes, there was a four room house and several outbuildings as part of the 1 D-acre farm. The current residence was constructed by Mr. Shafer as he neared retirement age. He purposely set it back from the Maroa alignment as he knew, presumably as the County Assessor, that the road was slated to be widened.
Lisa Woolf: Wondered how is the property owner intending to use the California Historical Building Code?
Mrs. Robinson: The method of construction used in the home presents some issues vis-a-vis current building codes, and she cited the roof in particular.
Lisa Woolf: Commented that she owns an adobe and did not have any issues with re-roof of her property.
Karana Hattersley-Drayton: Noted that Ms. Woolf lives in the County and her property is in fact on the County Landmark's list and thus she qualifies to use the California Historical Building Code. City and County codes can be different [and roof structure and framing on the two homes may be quite different.].
The agenda item was opened to the public. No one chose to speak to this issue and the item was closed.
Chair Simmons: Moves to accept the staff recommendation ... he loves this house.
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 2014
Molly LM Smith: Seconded the motion and commented that the historic fabric of the home expresses a unique Fresno tradition.
Lisa Woolf: Asked if designation as a Heritage Property would in fact provide protection?
Jason Hatwig: Noted that the property would still be subject to demolition review.
Karana Hattersfey-Drayton: The home can always be brought back up for the Local Register of Historic Resources if the Commission so desires.
The motion to designate the William Alva and Clara Shafer Home passed unanimously, 6-0.
Chair Simmons called for a brief recess at 7:11PM. The meeting was called back to order at 7:18PM.
C. Review and Make Recommendations on Proposed New Construction and Additions to the Commercial Building Located at 2210 San Joaquin Avenue Adjacent to the Montgomery Thomas Home (HP# 116) Pursuant to FMC 12-1606 (a)(2) and (b)(6).
Staff Recommendation: Review and provide comments.
Karana Hattersley-Drayton gave the staff report as a Power Point, including images submitted by Scott Vincent architect for a building close to the same proposed square footage as a comparison for massing and scale.
Jake Soberal (CEO and Co-founder of Bitwise) gave an overview of the history of and business model for Bitwise. He also noted the company's dedication to downtown and the ''mural district" and the hope that eventually the entire building will have murals on each elevation. In order to maximize the utility of the existing property, the company is considering conceptual plans for expansion that would expand the building to three stories (45'), remove the parking lot and have office space property line to property line. Finishes would be modern. He believes the existing and proposed building is compatible with "uses" in the area. Definitely would like to make current building more aesthetically pleasing. He noted that the building is already located on and adjacent to property lines, not expanding closer to the historic Thomas Home.
Lisa Woolf: Expresses concern that the proposed building expansion might be higher than what is appropriate to the area.
Jake Soberal: Responded that they are intentionally maximizing space at the site.
Jason Hatwig: Asked whether they had considered subterranean excavation for additional space?
Jake Soberal: Yes, they have considered this option but the cost is prohibitive.
Chair Simmons: As a resident of the area he is concerned about parking, which is already maxed out. He also notes the consequence of potential shading from a building higher than the adjacent historic property and any negative impact to both quality of life for the Thomas tenants and to the landscaping.
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 2014
Jake Soberal: The existing landscaping at the Thomas Home is already in shade.
Patrick Boyd: Stresses that material choices are important to avoid potential reflections from glazing.
Usa Woolf: Asks staff what is the purview and jurisdiction of the HPC in this matter.
Karana Hattersley-Drayton: Because the Bitwise building is not a historic resource, the Commission has the authority to comment on any potential adverse effects which expansion of the property may have on both the adjacent Montgomery Thomas Building as well as other designated historic buildings along L Street. The Commission cannot approve or deny permits as it can for a historic resource. The proposal will also be reviewed by the Fulton-Lowell Design Review Committee.
Jason Hatwig: Thanks Mr. Soberal for seeking consultation and doing due diligence.
Molly LM Smith: Also thanks Mr. Soberal for consulting with the Commission. She also has concerns with the massing. Just because the Hope Manor is 5 stories does not warrant developing another tall building in the neighborhood. She suggests using step-backs to provide interest and to allow for additional light. Perhaps use balcony gardens. She encourages a serious look at massing to create airspace. Highlight the immediate historic resources, do not diminish them. Avoid a massive monolithic appearance. Perhaps could add vegetation on upper floors.
Jason Hatwig: Agrees with Ms. Smith: step the building back as you go up and add vegetation and landscaping, for example climbing vines.
John Dodson (Property Owner for 2210 San Joaquin) notes his appreciation of the business and his support,
Lisa Woolf: Remarks on the fact that the business has already expanded rapidly. She wonders whether they will outgrow even an expanded facility and if so, what kind of building will they leave behind for the neighborhood?
Patrick Boyd: Agrees that modern and contemporary styling is a good thing and will set the building apart from the historic fabric of the Thomas Home and neighborhood. However, height may be an issue regardless.
Robin Goldbeck: It is critical to be cognizant of the massing.
Paul Miller (Project architect) was introduced.
VII. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT
There was no Chair report.
VIII. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Members of the Commission
Historic Preservation Commission, February 24, 2014
Molly LM Smith asked about the status of the Craycraft Home. Karana Hattersley-Drayton responded that Janice Stevens' next historic piece in the Fresno Bee magazine (scheduled for May) will feature the Craycraft Home, which should bring positive attention to this historic building. For the May Preservation week activities there was some discussion of using the Craycraft but the liability issues were considered, as well as the fact that the home is separate from other historic properties and thus not as conducive to a historic tour. Karana gave a brief overview of the activities that are currently proposed by the Ad Hoc Preservation Partners (FHS, Heritage Fresno, Fresno State Humanics Program, Housing Authority and City of Fresno).
Chair Don Simmons noted that he is now writing articles on Fresno's history for Fresno Life.
18. Staff
C. General Public
There were no general public comments.
IX. NEXT MEETING: Monday, March 24, 6 PM Conference Room A City Hall.
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:18P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Karana Hattersley-Drayton, M.A. Historic Preservation Project Manager
Will Tackett Supervising Planner
CFRilyol 1::«!~\1~ REPORT TO THE HISTORIC ~~ PRESERVATION COMMISSION
April 28, 2014
FROM:
BY:
JENNIFER K. CLARK, AICP, DIRECTOR Development and Resource Management
KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A. lt,. ~ Historic Preservation Project Manager Secretary, Historic Preservation Commission
AGENDA ITEM NO. VIA
HPC MEETING: 4/28/2014
APPROVED BY
SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BY-LAWS TO MODIFY ARTICLE 2 (MEETINGS) SUBSECTION 8(b) (DISTRIBUTION OF THE AGENDA) AND SECTION 14 (NEW MATTER) TO ALLOW FOR ADDITIONAL TIME TO SUBMIT WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTARY (CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Commission receive the attached proposed amended Bylaws for review and possible adoption at the May 19, 2014 public meeting.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Historic Preservation Commission at its August, September and October meetings discussed and ultimately adopted revised Bylaws. Two of the provisions in the Bylaws address the distribution of the agenda and the timeliness of public response. The attached proposed revisions to Article 2 allow for additional time for the public to review staff reports and to provide written comments prior to a hearing.
Senior Deputy City Attorney Shannon Chaffin will attend the May meeting and be available to answer any Commission questions.
Attachments: Exhibit A - Historic Preservation Commission Bylaws. Exhibit B - "A Resolution of the Historic Preservation Commission of the
City of Fresno Amending Subsection 8(B) and Section 14 of Article 2 of Its Existing Bylaws."
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
UYLAWS
ARTICLE l - m'FICimS m' THE COMMISSION
SECTION 1 OFFICERS.
a. Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson. The officers of the Commission shall be a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson, who shall be members of the Commission elected by the Commission as soon as practicable, following the first day of July of every year, and who shall serve at the pleasure of the Commission.
( 1) In the conduct of the elections referred to in Charter Section 904, the Commission shall endeavor to conduct its nominations and elections such that each Commissioner desirous and able of doing so shall have the opportunity of serving as Chairperson.
(2) In the absence of both the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, the Secretary may call a quorum of the Commission to order to elect a temporary Chairperson, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Commission until either the Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson is available or the meeting has concluded.
b. Secretary. There shall also be a Secretary, designated by the Chief Administrative Officer, who shall not be a member of the Commission. The written order of the Chief Administrative Officer designating any new person to serve as the Secretary shall be filed with the Commission. Upon such filing, the person designated shall be vested with all the powers and duties of Secretary pursuant to these Bylaws and the Code.
SECTION 2 POWERS AND DUTIES OF OFFICERS.
a. The Chairperson shall preside at all meetings of the Commission, swear witnesses in all proceedings of the Commission where sworn testimonies are taken, and exercise and perform such other powers and duties as are conferred upon the Chairperson by law and these Bylaws.
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b. The Vice-Chairperson shall have and perform all the powers and duties of the Chairperson in the absence of the Chairperson from any meeting of the Commission or whenever the Chairperson is nnable for any reason to act.
c. The Secretary shall:
( 1) Keep and record the minutes of all meetings of the Commission and furnish a copy of the minutes of each regular and special meeting to each member of the Commission;
(2) Keep complete files of all communications to the Commission, all pleadings and documents filed with the Commission, and all other necessary records of the Commission;
(3) Act as custodian of the minutes and of all the books, documents, papers and records of the Commission;
(4) Perform such other duties as the Commission may from time to time prescribe.
ARTICLE 2- MEETINGS
SECTION 1 REGULAR MEETINGS.
The regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on the fourth Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall of the City of Fresno or such other place as shall be determined in advance and announced by posting notice thereof on the official bulletin board at the City Hall. Whenever a regular meeting date falls on a holiday, such regular meeting shall be held at the same hour on the next agreed upon meeting day. The Commission may, however, on a majority vote of its members, dispense with any regular meeting. Regular meetings shall generally be concluded by 9:30p.m. unless extended by vote of the Commission.
SECTION 2 SPECIAL MEETINGS.
A special meeting may be called at any time by the Chairperson at his or her discretion, and the Chairperson shall call a special meeting at the written request by a majority of the members of the Commission. (Any applicable fees required by the Code shall first be paid by the applicant, unless waived.) Notice of each special meeting shall be given by delivering personally, or by fax, by electronic mail, or by post, a written notice thereof to each member of the Commission, to each local newspaper of general circulation and radio or television station requesting the notice in writing, and posting a notice on the City's website. Written notice as authorized by this Section must be
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delivered and shall be received at least 24 hours before the time of the meeting as specified in the notice. The call and notice shall specify the time and place of the special meeting and the business to be transacted, and no other bnsiness shall be considered at such meeting. Such written notice may be dispensed with as to any member of the Commission who, at or prior to the time the meeting convenes, files with the Secretary a written waiver of notice. Such waiver by any member of the Commission may be given by personal delivery, fax, electronic mail, post or telegram. Such written notice may also be dispensed with as to any member of the Commission who is actually present at the meeting at the time it convenes. The Secretary shall also post a copy of the call and notice at least 24 hours prior to the special meeting in a location that is freely accessible to members of the public.
SECTION 3 ADJOURNED MEETINGS.
The Commission may adjourn any regular, adjourned regular, special or adjourned special meeting to a time and place specified in the order of adjournment. Less than a quorum may so adjourn from time to time. If all members are absent from any meeting, the Secretary may declare the meeting adjourned to a stated time and place and shall cause a written notice of the adjournment to be given in the same manner as provided in Section 2 of this Article for special meetings, unless such notice is waived as provided for special meetings. A copy of the order or notice of adjournment shall be conspicuously posted on or near the door of the place where the regular, adjourned regular, special or adjourned special meeting was held within 24-hours after the time of the adjournment. When a regular or adjourned regular meeting is adjourned as provided in this Section, the resulting adjourned regular meeting is a regular meeting for all purposes. When an order of adjournment of any meeting fails to state the hour at which the adjourned meeting is to be held, it shall be held at the hour specified in these Bylaws for regular meetings.
SECTION 4 QUORUM.
A majority of the seated members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Except as may be otherwise provided by law and by these Bylaws, a majority of a quorum may decide all matters of business which come before the Commission.
SECTION 5 RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS.
The actions and decisions of the Commission at any meeting shall be expressed by motion, duly seconded, with the ayes and noes and members present and not voting shall be entered upon the minutes of the meeting. The adoption by the Commission of findings or recommendations to be made and reported to the City Council may be made by resolution adopted on motion, duly seconded and carried.
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SECTION 6 REPORTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL.
When the Commission has by resolution made a recommendation to the City Council, this action shall be reported to the City Council as soon as practicable thereafter, but before or with the item except as otherwise provided for in the Code. The action of the Commission shall be reported by the Director or a member of the Director's staff designated by the Director, but the Chairperson, or in the Chairperson's absence, the Vice-Chairperson, or another member of the Commission appointed by the Chairperson, shall be present at the City Council meetings when deemed advisable by the Commission.
SECTION 7 ORDER OF BUSINESS.
At the regular meetings of the Commission, the following shall be the order of business:
I. Call to Order II. Approve Minutes III. Approve Agenda IV. Consent Calendar V. Continued Matters VI. Commission Items VII. Chairperson's Report VIII. Unscheduled Items
A. Members of the Commission B. Staff C. General Public
IX. Next Meeting X. Adjournment
The presiding officer may vary the order of business whenever, in the presiding officer's discretion, it will expedite the conduct of the meeting, unless a m~jority of the quorum vote otherwise.
SECTION 8 AGENDA.
a. Agenda. The order of business of the Commission shall be conducted from a written agenda prepared by the Secretary in consultation with the Chairperson. The agenda shall specify the time and location of the meeting and a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed. Matters to be brought before the Commission shall be processed as provided in this Section. The Secretary, in consultation with the Chairperson, shall decide what items of business shall be placed thereon, and shall place such items of business on the agenda for any regular or special meeting of the Commission. Items of questionable necessity shall be placed on the
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agenda by the Secretary after consultation with the Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson. A Commission member may request the Secretary to place any matter on the agenda, and it shall be so placed unless the Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson rules that the matter is not germane to Commission business as provided by law. In the case of such ruling, the Secretary shall place the request and the ruling before the Commission for its decision at the next regular meeting. In general, there shall be no more items on any one agenda than can reasonably be accommodated within the time allotted for the meeting. These may be composed of applications for nominations to the Local Official Register of Historic Places, formation of historic districts, significant permit or demolition requests, and such other items of business as may be before the Commission. Where it is deemed desirable to limit the number of applications at one meeting, this may be done. When the work load becomes exceptionally heavy, special meetings shall be called.
b. Distribution of Agenda. The Secretary will endeavor to make materials to be considered by the Commission available for distribution to interested persons by 5:00 p.m. of the Wednesday before any regular meeting and by no later than 5:00 p.m. the Thursday before any regular meeting. This distribution shall include posting the agenda and staff reports on the City's website. Additional paper copies will be available to the public on request. Upon receipt of written request, which must be renewed following January 1 of each year, the agenda and staff reports shall be mailed to any such interested person who has previously deposited sufficient funds with the Secretary to cover the cost of mailing. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Government Code section 54945.2 as may be amended. The agenda shall include information regarding how, to whom, and when a request for disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services may be made by a person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the public meeting. At least 72-hours before a regular meeting, the Secretary shall post a copy of the agenda in a location that is freely accessible to members of the public and shall sign and maintain a declaration of the time and place the agenda is posted.
c. Matters Not on Posted Agenda. Notwithstanding Article 2 Section Sa, the Commission may take action on items of business not appearing on the posted agenda under any of the following conditions:
(1) The Commission determines by a two-thirds vote, or if less than two-thirds of the Commission members are present, a unanimous vote of those members present, that there is a need to take immediate action which arose subsequent to the agenda being posted as specified in Article 2 Section Sa. A separate vote shall be taken in making any such determination. The Secretary shall reflect in the minutes what the need for action was and why the need arose after the posting of the agenda.
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(2) The item was posted pursuant to Article 2 Section Sa of these Bylaws for a prior meeting of the Commission occurring not more than five calendar days prior to the date action is taken on the item, and at the prior meeting the item was continued to the meeting at which action is being taken. However, if a hearing is continued to a time less than 24 hours after the time specified in the notice of hearing, a copy of the notice of continuance shall be posted immediately following the meeting at which the continuance was made.
(3) As otherwise authorized by law.
d. Procedure for Alleged Violation of Open Meeting Rules. Prior to any court action being commenced pursuant to Government Code Section 54960.1(a), as may be amended, the interested person shall make a demand of the Commission to cure or correct any action alleged to have been taken in violation of the Ralph M. Brown Act, or of Article 2 Sections 2 or 8 of these Bylaws. The demand shall be in writing and clearly describe the challenged action of the Commission, the nature of the alleged violation, and demand the Commission cure or correct the action. The written demand shall be made and shall be filed with the Secretary within 90 days from the date the action was taken unless the action was taken in an open session but in violation of Government Code section 54954.2, in which case the written demand shall be made within 30 days from the date the action was taken. The Secretary shall place the matter on the Commission agenda to allow Commission consideration within a 30-day period. The Commission shall either cure or correct the challenged action and inform the demanding party in writing of its actions to cure or correct, or inform the demanding party in writing of its decision not to cure or correct the challenged action. If the Commission takes no action within the 30-day period following such filing with the Secretary, the inaction shall be deemed a decision not to cure or correct the challenged action.
Upon receipt of a demand described above, an item with two sub-items shall be added to the next meeting's agenda, as follows:
(1) The first sub-item shall be consideration of the demand, i.e., whether the challenged action can reasonably be said to have violated the Brown Act. Such sub-item may be considered in a closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9.
(2) The second sub-item shall be consideration of the underlying subject matter of the challenged action if the Commission decided, in considering the demand, that the challenged action may have violated the Ralph M. Brown Act.
Should the Commission determine that corrective action is warranted as to any challenged action, it shall adopt a corrective action stating that the original action is
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superseded or rescinded as of the effective date of the corrective action. Such corrective action shall also describe the original action and why the corrective action is being taken.
SECTION 9 CONTINUANCES.
No hearing or other matter before the Commission shall be continued except as follows:
a. Upon receipt of a request by the applicant or the applicant's representative for good cause shown in writing, and prior to the distribution of the official public notices announcing the time and date of the meeting, the Director or Secretary may reschedule the hearing date.
b. Upon receipt of a request of the applicant or applicant's representative for good cause shown in writing, after the hearing or other matter has been announced by official public notice, but no less than five days prior to the scheduled hearing date, and upon payment by the applicant of the applicable fee to cover costs of public notification and re-advertising, the Director or Secretary may schedule the hearing date.
c. Upon motion of a member and a two-thirds vote in favor thereof, the Commission may continue any matter or hearing which may be legally continued. In addition, the Chairperson, with the consensus of the Commission members present, may continue those items on the agenda which, at any point deemed appropriate during the meeting, the Chairperson determines it cannot or will not be heard and completed within the remaining time allotted for that session.
SECTION 10 OTHER RULES FOR CONDUCT OF MEETINGS.
Rosenberg's Rule's of Order (revised edition) shall govern 111 all matters of procedure not provided for herein or in the Code.
SECTION 11 CONDUCT OF HEARINGS.
Meetings shall be expedited to prevent undue or unnecessary delay. When the public testimony portion of a hearing is closed, it shall remain closed except when the matter is continued to another date in which case the Chairperson may open the hearing for its continuance, and except when the Commission, upon two-thirds vote, opens the hearing. Unsolicited comments and additions of the City staff shall be made prior to the close of the public testimony portion of the hearing. Commissioners may at any time address pertinent questions to any person. Testimony, information and arguments made at hearings shall be germane to the question before the Commission and irrelevancies shall be ruled out of order by the Chairperson.
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SECTION 12 ORDER OF PROCEDURE.
The following shall be the order and procedure to be followed in the conduct of hearings:
a. Initial staff report and analysis
b. Applicant's presentation
c. Members of the public favoring the application
d. Members of the public opposing the application
c. Staff summation (if necessary)
f. Applicant's rebuttal (by one representative)
g. Close the public testimony portion of the hearing
h. Consideration of the item and action, if any, by the Commission
SECTION 13 LIMITING LENGTH OF TIME FOR PUBLIC TESTIMONY.
The Chairperson, with the concurrence of the Commission, may limit either the number of persons speaking on a matter and/or the length of such oral presentations when, in the Chairperson's discretion, doing so:
a. Is reasonably necessary to avoid an undue consumption of time or a repetition of points or facts; or
b. Will expedite the conduct of the meeting; and,
e. Will not deprive a person of a right guaranteed under applicable law.
SECTION 14 NEW MATTER.
The Chairperson should refuse to allow the receipt and consideration of matter, documents or writings at the time of the hearing which have not been previously provided to staff for analysis by 5:00 p.m. on the Friday prior to the time offered for Commission consideration at a regular meeting.
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ARTICLE 3- COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATION ON OTHER BOARDS
SECTION 1 APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES.
The Chairperson shall appoint such committees of Commission members, as the Commission shall from time to time authorize and consistent with applicable law, to investigate and report to the Commission on matters within its jurisdiction.
SECTION 2 PUBLIC REPORTS.
Once every City fiscal year, the Commission may issue a public report setting forth its consensus on the general state of City preservation efforts in the City of Fresno. After the adoption of such a report by the majority of the Commission, those voting in dissent may concurrently submit a minority report. This report shall reflect the views of the Commissioners and shall not be prepared in consultation with the staff or the City Council.
ARTICLE 4- DOCUMENTATION
SECTION 1 POLICY.
Policy for the guiding of the Commission when not set forth by law may be adopted by resolution of the City Council. In the absence of established policy, the Commission may by resolution establish policy and may request confirmation of such policy by the City Council.
SECTION 2 STAFF REPORTS AND SERVICES.
On all applications for placement on the Local Official Register of Historic Places and other matters which may be brought before the Commission, the Director shall furnish written reports containing an analysis and recommendation. The Commission shall look to the Director for all information and staff services. The Director will be responsible for all assignments of staff members. Where reports have been prepared, it is the responsibility of the Commission to personally inspect the properties under consideration as authorized by law.
ARTICLE 5 -ETHICS
SECTION 1 CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
No member of the Commission shall make, participate in making, or in any way attempt to usc the Commissioner's official position to influence a Commission decision in which such Commissioner knows or has reason to know he or she has a financial
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interest, as defined and made applicable to Preservation Commissions under Article I, Chapter 7, Title 9 of the Government Code (Conflicts of Interest Law, Section 87100, et seq.).
SECTION 2 DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS.
Commission members shall file those statements disclosing the interests required of and made applicable to the Commission under Article 3, Chapter 7, Title 9 of the Government Code (Conflicts of Interest Law, Section 87300, et seq.) and Article 9, Chapter 2 of the Code (Conflict of Interest Code, Section 2-901 et seq.).
SECTION 3 APPEARANCES BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL.
Any Commissioner presenting a minority report to the City Council may do so as a member of the Commission, but shall make it clear to the City Council that such member is not presenting the sentiment of a majority of the Commission.
SECTION 4 ATTENDANCE BY THE COMMISSIONERS.
No member of the Commission will be absent from three regular Commission meetings during a single fiscal year. Should a Commissioner accrue three unexcused absences, the Secretary of the Commission will notify that Commissioner in writing. An excused absence from a Commission meeting may be obtained by providing notice of the proposed absence, verbally or in writing, to either the Chairperson or the Secretary. (AMENDED 07 /28/97)
ARTICLE 6- AMENDMENTS TO RULES
SECTION 1 AMENDMENTS TO BYLAWS.
These bylaws may be amended by the Commission by a maJonty of all the members thereof at any regular or special meeting when at least I 0 days written notice of the proposed presentation of such amendment at such meeting has been given all members of the Commission in the manner prescribed herein for special meetings or when announcement of the proposed presentation of such amendment was recorded in the minutes of the previous regular meeting of the Commission.
ARTICLE 7 -DEFINITIONS
SECTION 1 DEFINITION OF TERMS. For the purpose of these Bylaws, certain words, phrases and terms shall be construed as specified in this section.
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a. "Commission" shall mean the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno as defined in the Code.
b. "Code" shall mean the Fresno Municipal Code.
c. "Bylaw" shall mean by the Code, the Charter of the City of Fresno, the Constitution of the State of California, and any law of the State of California made, applicable to chartered cities.
d. "Director" shall mean Director of the Development and Resource Management Department.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-i
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FRESNO AMENDING SUBSECTION 8(B) AND SECTION 14 OF ARTICLE 2 OF ITS EXISTING BYLAWS
WHEREAS, Charter Section 904 provides that "Each board or commission may
prescribe its own rules and regulations which shall be consistent with this Charter and
copies of which shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk where they shall be
available for public inspection;" and
WHEREAS, Fresno Municipal Code Section 12-1606(19) authorizes the Historic
Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno to "Adopt, promulgate, amend and
rescind, from time to time, such rules, guidelines and regulations as the Commission
may deem necessary to effectuate the purposes of this article;" and
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno adopted
rules and regulations in bylaws approved by Resolution No. 96-02; and
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno
rescinded Resolution No. 96-02, and under Resolution No. 2013-01 established new
rules and regulations by way of bylaws; and
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno desires
to amend certain portions of its bylaws; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Historic Preservation
Commission of the City of Fresno as follows:
1 Date Adopted: Date Approved: Effective Date:
Historic Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-1
SECTION 1. Subsection 8(b) of Article 2 is amended to read as follows:
b. Distribution of Agenda. The Secretary will endeavor to make materials to be considered by the Commission available for distribution to interested persons by 5:00 p.m. of the Wednesday before any regular meeting[. and by no later than 5:00 p.m. the Thursday before any regular meeting]. This distribution shall include posting the agenda and staff reports on the City's website. Additional paper copies will be available to the public on request. Upon receipt of written request, which must be renewed following January 1 of each year, the agenda and staff reports shall be mailed to any such interested person who has previously deposited sufficient funds with the Secretary to cover the cost of mailing. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Government Code section 54945.2 as may be amended. The agenda shall include information regarding how, to whom, and when a request for disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services may be made by a person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the public meeting. At least 72-hours before a regular meeting, the Secretary shall post a copy of the agenda in a location that is freely accessible to members of the public and shall sign and maintain a declaration of the time and place the agenda is posted.
SECTION 2. Section 14 of Article 2 is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 14 NEW MATTER.
The Chairperson should refuse to allow the receipt and consideration of rnatter, documents or writings at the time of the hearing which have not been previously provided to staff for analysis at least t•No working days [Q.IL 5:00 p.m. on the Friday] prior to the time offered for Commission consideration [at a regular meeting].
SECTION 3. The amended procedures are in addition to, and not in place of,
applicable ordinances and statutes. In the event of conflict between any part of this
resolution and applicable ordinances and statutes, the later shall govern.
SECTION 4. This resolution shall become effective and in full force upon
passage.
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I, Karana Hattersley-Drayton, Secretary of the Historic Preservation Commission
of the City of Fresno, certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted by the Historic
Preservation Commission of the City of Fresno, at a regular meeting held on the 281h
day of April, 2014.
AYES NOES ABSENT ABSTAIN:
DATED: April __ , 2014
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KARANNA HA TTERSLEY -ORA YTON Secretary
CFRity 01 1:9!~1/~ REPORT TO THE HISTORIC ~~ PRESERVATION COMMISSION
April28, 2014
FROM:
BY:
JENNIFER K. CLARK, AICP, DIRECTOR Development and Resource Management
KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A. i/ .... ~ Historic Preservation Project Manager r Secretary, Historic Preservation Commission
AGENDA ITEM NO. VIB
HPC MEETING: 4/28/2014
APPROVED BY
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF REQUEST BY THE PROPERTY OWNER TO DESIGNATE 1900-1910 N. ECHO AVENUE AS A HERITAGE PROPERTY AND ADOPTION OF FINDINGS NECESSARY TO SUPPORT THE DESIGNATION, PURSUANT TO FMC 12-1612.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Commission designate the commercial building located at 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue as a Heritage Property pursuant to FMC 12-1612.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The property owner, Norman Lee Pimentel, has requested that his commercial building located at 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue be evaluated and considered for designation as a historic property. According to building permits, a bakery-type building was constructed at this location in 1923, with a major addition to it in 1940. It has apparently always been subdivided into two bays separated by an interior partition. According to Polk Directories the first recorded tenant at 1900 E. Echo Avenue in 1924 was Albert A. Serabian, confectioner. The candy store remained on site well into the 1930s. A bakery was located in the northern half of the building in 1926 but had moved by 1931 (Polk Directories). This masonry One-Part Commercial Block Building has served a variety of business purposes over its 90-year history (see attached survey forms, Exhibit A). It has high integrity to its period of significance and is an early building type for this neighborhood.
The building at 1900-1910 N. Echo appears to easily meet the definition of a heritage property, thus a "resource which is worthy of preservation because of its historical, architectural or aesthetic merit. .. " (FMC 1603(n). If the Commission concurs, the property will be designated as a Heritage Property at tonight's meeting. Should, however, the Historic Preservation Commission find that there is sufficient historical significance to warrant consideration for the Local Register of Historical Resources, pursuant to FMC 12-1609(b)(2) a public notice will be required and a review of the building under Local Register criteria will be placed on the May 19, 2014 agenda.
REPORT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Staff Report for 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue April 28, 2014 Page 2
BACKGROUND
Fresno's Historic Preservation Ordinance identifies several possible strategies and categories for landmarking a property: individually as a historic resource on the Local Register, designation of multiple properties as a local historic district, and individual listing as a "heritage property." "Heritage Property" is defined in the Historic Preservation Ordinance as a "resource which is worthy of preservation because of its historical, architectural or aesthetic merit but which is not proposed for and is not designated as a Historic Resource ... " (FMC 12-1603(n)).
The Heritage Property category was established for resources that have historic merit but which may have problems with integrity (such as the Josiah Royce Hall) or which may be a contributor to a proposed historic district but which lack significance as an individual resource. Listing through this program of the Ordinance allows use of the California Historical Building Code and a measure of protection. Unlike the historic resource protocol, heritage properties may only be nominated by the owner or an authorized agent of the owner. A listing of a heritage property may also be rescinded more easily by the owner (FMC 12-1612(d). There is no requirement to publish a public notice in a local newspaper and the nomination is not automatically forwarded to the City Council for consideration. Additionally, there is no age, significance or integrity requirements for this designation.
Staff recommends that the Commission make a finding designating the commercial building located at 1900-1910 N. Echo as a Heritage Property.
Attachments: Exhibit A - State of California Primary and BSO Forms for 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue Prepared 15 April2014 by Karana Hattersley-Drayton for the City of Fresno.
State of California-The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PRIMARY RECORD
Primary# ______________ _ HRI# _________________ _
Trinomial ______________ _ NRHP Status Code ___________ _
Other Listings ______________________ _ Review Code
P1 . Resource Name: 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue *P2. Location: *a. County: Fresno
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*b. USGS 7.5' Quad: Fresno North 1965, photorevised 1981 c. Address: 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue, Fresno d. Assessor's Parcel Number: 444-221 -29
Date
*P3a. Description: This One-Part Commercial Block building is located at the northeast corner of N. Echo and E. Normal Avenue directly east (across the street) from Fresno High School. It has a rectangular footprint and appears to be of masonry construction although the actual building material is disguised by heavy stucco cladding painted a deep red. It is divided into two equal bays. The store located at 1900 is currently a record shop; the business at 1910 sells antiques and used furniture. The aerial photo depicts what appears to be two separate end gable shallow pitched roofs which are hidden by a parapet with a brick coping of soldier style bricks. Three corners of the roof sweep up into a decorative pier which projects above the cornice. This treatment is missing from the rear northeast corner of the building. The rear elevation of the building has six windows set into arched openings (which are largely obscured by a fence). According to the property owner these windows are 2/2 double hung sash type with wood muntins. The side elevations of the building have three 4 light casement windows set into deeply recessed arched openings. A door (wood panel on the south side of building) is placed between the first and second windows. The fa9ade includes two shallow inset panels under the cornice apparently intended for signage. The south side of the building has three panels whereas this treatment is missing from the north elevation.
*P3b. Resource Attributes: HP6 (Commercial building) *P4. Resources Present: •Building
P5b Photo date: 15 April 2015
*P6. Date Constructed/Age and Sources: 1923/1940
*P7. Owner and Address: Norman Lee Pimentel 1910 N. Echo Avenue 93704
*P8. Recorded by: Karana Hattersley-Drayton, M.A. Historic Preservation Project Manager, City of Fresno
*P9. Date Recorded: 15 April 2014
*P10. Survey Type: Intensive
*P11. Report Citation: "Evaluation of 1900-1910 N. Echo for the Local Register of Historic Resources."
*Attachments: • Building, Structure and Object Report •Continuation Sheet
DPR 523A (1/95) •Required information
State of California-The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
CONTINUATION SHEET Page 2 of 3
*Recorded by: Karana Hattersley-Drayton
P3a continued:
Primary#--------------HRI# ______________ _
Trinomial
Resource: 1900-1910 N. Echo
*Date: 15 April 2014 • Continuation
The faqade is asymmetrically composed with two separate storefronts. The shop located at 1900 N. Echo has a corner entrance inset and on a diagonal. The front door is glass and metal and clearly a replacement. The Echo Street faqade includes four major plate glass windows above a bulkhead, with wood divides and a transom of 12 lights with wood muntins over the four windows. Five transom lights are located on the south elevation at the corner. A rectangular support pillar is located at the southwest corner and pedestrian access, once possible behind this post, has been closed off with a decorative metal fence and storage materials. A flamboyant mural covers most of the west end of this wall and encircles one of the windows.
South elevation with mural Storefronts looking south
The storefront located at 1910 N. Echo is symmetrically composed, with a centrally placed glass and wood front door inset with canted storefront windows set into wood. Two plate glass windows front onto N. Echo. A transom of 12 wood framed lights extends across the top of the windows and entrance.
DPR 523L ( 1195) *Required information
State of callfomla - The Resources Agency Primary *·--------------DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION HRI## ______________ _
BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD *NRHP Status Code: 5S2
*Resource Name: Commercial Building, 1900-1910 N. Echo Avenue
83. Original Use: Retail 84. Present Use: Mixed Commercial *85. Architectural Style: One-Part Commercial Block (Streetcar commercial) *86. Construction History: A building permit for a 1250sf bakery type building was issued on 18 April 1923. A 1250 sf addition was permitted in 1940.
*87. Moved? •No *88. Related Features: The building is located directly east (across the street) from Fresno High School.
B9a. Architect: N/ A B9b. Builder: N/ A *810. Significance: Theme: Streetcar commercial development Area: North Park Terrace Subdivision
Period of Significance: 1923-1940 Property Type: One-Part Commercial Block Applicable Criteria: Property appears to be eligible as a Heritage Property pursuant to FMC 12-1603(n)
This one-story commercial building is located on lots 41-42 (and partial of lot 40), Block 18 in the North Park Terrace Subdivision, which was annexed to the City of Fresno in 1918. A building permit for a bakery type building was issued on April 18, 1923 to a F.M. Howes. The store was to be either brick or concrete exterior walls over a frame construction and 1250 sf in size. In 1940 another permit for a 1250 sf addition to the store was issued, to "serve soft drinks and lunches." The 1948 Sanborn Fire Insurance map depicts a rectangular plan building, as it exists today, divided into two separate businesses. According to the Polk Directories, the first business in 1924 at 1900 N. Echo was a candy store, Albert A. Serabian, confectioner. This business lasted well into the 1930s. In 1926 the Rainbow Bakery was located at 1910 N. Echo and had disappeared from the record by 1931 . A permit for partitions was granted in 1944 to a John Frigulte, who had a photography studio located at 1910 N. Echo. In 1963 the Sanborn map notes that the business at 1900 was picture framing, whereas 1910 was a store. By the 1940s the complex was owned by Leo Kendarian. In 1964 a building permit for 1900-1910 N. Echo for partitions and repairs was issued to a Jack Papazian of Clovis. It appears that the current 3,360 sf building (Metroscan estimate) was originally built in 1923 with a major addition in 1940. The building has integrity to its period of significance, has served a variety of businesses over its 75-90 year history and is an early example of a commercial building type for this neighborhood. There is currently insufficient information to find that it has historic significance pursuant to the City's Local Register of Historic Resources, however it appears to easily meet the definition of a heritage property, as a "resource which is worthy of preservation because of its historical, architectural or aesthetic merit.. .. " (FMC 1603(n).
*812. References: 1919, 1948, 1963, 1968-70 Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps; Building permits on file with the City of Fresno Planning Division; Richard Longstreth, The Buildings of Main Street; Personal interview with Norman Pimentel 3 April 2014; Polk Directories 1924-1931 (research courtesy of Fresno County Library); Berge Bulbulian, The Fresno Armenians.
*814. Evaluator: Karana Hattersley-Drayton, M.A. Historic Preservation Project Manager City of Fresno
*Date of Evaluation: 16 April 2014
(This space reserved for official comments.)
DPR 5238 (1/95) *Required information
fR~-..~~~ REPORT TO THE HISTORIC ~..._., PRESERVATION COMMISSION
April 28, 2014
FROM:
BY:
JENNIFER K. CLARK, AICP, DIRECTOR Development and Resource Management
KARANA HATTERSLEY-DRAYTON, M.A. Historic Preservation Project Manager Secretary, Historic Preservation Commission
AGENDA ITEM NO. VIC
HPC MEETING: 4/28/2014
SUBJECT: REVIEW AND PROVIDE COMMENTS ON THE SITE PLAN AND BUILDING ELEVATIONS FOR A PROPOSED INFILL PROJECT LOCATED AT 1502, 1560 FULTON STREET AND 1505 VAN NESS AVENUES (ADJACENT TO HP#119, FRESNO BEE BUILDING AND HP#164 PG&E!THEATRE 3 BUILDING) PURSUANT TO FMC 12-1606(a)(2) and 12-1606 (5)(6).
RECOMMENDATION
Staff requests that the Commission hold a design charette to review and provide comments on both the site plan and building elevations for a proposed in-fill project on the "Met Block," thus 1502, 1560 Fulton Street and 1505 Van Ness Avenue. The project's development team and design staff (FFDA Properties, LLC) will be in attendance. Commissioners will want to consider the project's potential to enhance or detract from the two historic buildings on the block: the Fresno Bee/Met Museum (1922, National Register of Historic Places, Local Register HP#119) and the PG&E!Theatre 3 (1929, HP#164). Staff has identified some of the character defining features of the two historic buildings which may provide guidance in the design of the infill properties.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On December 22, 2009 the City of Fresno and the (former) Redevelopment Agency of the City of Fresno, California, issued a "Request for Qualifications and Conceptual Proposals for a Master Plan Development of 2.52 Acres in Downtown Fresno." The "Met block" is bounded by Van Ness Avenue, Calaveras, Fulton and Stanislaus Streets in the heart of Fresno's Cultural Arts District. Two historic buildings, the Fresno Bee (HP#119) and the PG&E!Theatre 3 (HP#164) are located on the block. Additionally, the Met property includes open space and a drought tolerant garden.
The Master Plan Development was awarded to FFDA Properties, LLC who have proposed a mixed use project consisting of 19 triplex buildings, one 20-plex building (comprised of 4 connected 5-plex structures) and one mixed use building (comprised of 3 residential units above the ground floor commercial space) for a total 80 residential units on site. The 2.5 acre property is zoned C-4.
The Historic Preservation Commission pursuant to FMC 12-1606(a)(2) and 12-1606 (b)(5) and (6) is requested to provide comments on the site plan as well as on the elevations of the buildings, as they may relate to the two designated historic resources.
REPORT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Staff Report for Met Block lnfill Charette April 28, 2014 Page 2
BACKGROUND
The duties and powers of the Historic Preservation Commission are detailed in the City's Historic Preservation Ordinance, Fresno Municipal Code 12-1606. A primary responsibility of the Commission is "the regulation of exterior alterations visible from a public right-of-way including demolition, relocation and new construction, and interior alterations which would affect the significance of Historic Resources of Historic Districts." Section 1 606(b )(5) authorizes the Commission to participate in environmental review procedures by providing review and comments on permit actions affecting designated Historic Resources. City Staff is in the process of evaluating any environmental impacts from this proposed project and will incorporate the Commission's comments and suggestions into the document.
Section 1606(b)(6) addresses the conduct of land use, housing, redevelopment, municipal improvement and other types of planning and programs undertaken by any agency or department of the city, county or state as they relate to designated Historic Resources. To reiterate, the City and the Redevelopment Project issued the RFP and public redevelopment funds will help offset construction and planning costs.
Two designated historic buildings exist on the block: the National Register Fresno Bee Building and the former PG&E pay station (Theatre 3). The Fresno Bee Building is a full six stories and was designed in 1922 in a Renaissance Revival style by Sacramento architect Leonard F. Starks. It is located on the southwest corner of Van Ness Avenue and Calaveras Street and until 2010 served as the Fresno Metropolitan Museum. The 1929 PG&E Building is located to the rear of the Met and faces onto Fulton Street. It is a full two stories and once served as the offices and payment center for PGE customers. Stylistically the building is what is often referred to as "Mediterranean Revival," an imprecise term for a mixture of Mission Revival, Italian Villa style, and Spanish Colonial Revival. It has a concrete frame with infill walls of brick
Character-defining features: Although having somewhat different design pedigrees, the two historic buildings share some character-defining features. Both have flat roofs, with a pent roof on the fagade of the PG&E building which is clad in clay tiles. (Incidentally, the earliest photos of the Bee indicate that this building originally had a tile pent roof on the principle elevation). The construction and/or the cladding of the exterior walls of each building are masonry of a high caliber. Both buildings have decorative terra cotta work, most likely produced by Gladding, McBean and CO., and both buildings have operable windows with wood muntins and true divided lights. Consistent with the ideals of the Renaissance, both facades are also rigorously symmetrical.
Site Plan: The draft site plan for the proposed project indicates that all buildings along Fulton Street are proposed to project several feet beyond the set-back of Theatre 3 with new construction adjacent to both the north and south elevations (Exhibit A). In 2005 the building was the subject of a CEQA litigation settlement. The parties to the agreement acknowledged that the PG&E Building (identified incorrectly in the document as the San Joaquin Power and Light Building) was intended as a zero-lot line building with adjacent buildings constructed on both
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sides, and that "the construction of buildings adjacent to the either or both sides of the SJP&LB shall not constitute a material impairment" to the structure. The obligations of the settlement agreement apply to the parties to that agreement and the SJP&LP property, which is separate from the conception design property being presented to the Commission.
"Interior side yards" versus "front yards" are differentiated in Fresno's building code. So although new construction adjacent to Theatre 3 would be consistent with a historical use (and if aesthetically compatible would be appropriate), placing new construction several feet in front of the fac;:ade of the PG&E building is a concern. It is therefore recommended that all buildings along Fulton Street be placed on plane with the current set-back of the PG&E Building.
Attachments: Exhibit AExhibit B-
Site Plan 1515 Van Ness Avenue by Gary G. Giannetta. Photos of Fresno Bee and PG&E!Theatre 3.
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Met Block In-Fill Project
Fresno Bee, Photo: Jon Carroll, 2008; Bee Building with 1936 Addition; PGE Buildingffheatre 3, April Pn10.
Sche(/ule of Events
Saturday, May 3: Walking Tour of South Van Ness Industrial District, 10 AM. Meet at 175 Fulton Street
Friday May 9: The Great Architects of Historic Fresno Scavenger Hunt. Registration 5:30PM, hunt begins at 6 from Warnor.s Center ror~ePeif~mmgA~,1400 Fulton Street. Pre-registration and more information: htto.·llwww.even(brite.com/eltresnosgreat-architects-scavenqer-huot-tickets-11226820723?aff=efbl/ke.
Saturday, May 10: "The New Deal": Walking Tour(s) of Depression-era Architecture, Book Sales and Historic Displays, 10-noon. Memorial Auditorium Foyer, 2401 Fresno Street
Saturday, May 10: Open House at the Helm Home, 1749 L Street, noon-2 PM. Tour this historic 1902 Mission Revival style home, aka The Alamo House.
Saturday, May 10: Meux Home Museum Mother's Day Victorian Garden Tea. Gates open at 11 AM. Reservations: (559) 291-4520.
lltJW /lf/11 of PrtJstJrvation: Embark, lnspirtJ, lngagtJI
lrtJsno CtJitJbrattJs National Historic PrtJstJrvation Month
With WtJIJl Of SPIJCia/ lVtJnts ltay a-11, 2014
